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Healthcare: R4.5 billion hospital to be built in Limpopo

During his recent Sopa, Mathabatha said he was pleased the construction of the new hospital will create much-needed jobs in Limpopo, adding that this will also give more health relief to … See more

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Health news, breaking stories and comment The Citizen

WEBSouth Africa’s ailing public health sector is no secret, but private sector coverage is equally important. The Citizen reports on this and many more health-related issues affecting …

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New Limpopo Central Academic Hospital on track Review

WEBLocal News New Limpopo Central Academic Hospital on track The hospital is viewed by Provincial Government as a milestone, as expressed by Premier Chupu …

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‘No damage caused by load shedding to water infrastructure but

WEBSouth Africa’s water challenge has many factors at play which requires proactive and informed management in a bid to ensure water security, according to a …

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The National Health Insurance (NHI) Bill

WEBLobby group AfriForum Ernst van Zyl said the president’s “search for a pen” to sign the impugned NHI bill is a shameful attempt to use the false promise of better …

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Is health insurance a cheaper option than medical aid to get …

WEBThe cost of even an entry level, core private medical scheme benefits which provides only hospital cover and no day-to-day care, starts at around R1 600 per month …

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Affordable healthcare is about to get a lot more accessible in SA

WEBSpeaking to The Citizen, Tania Joffe, CEO and Principal at Unu Health, a venture within Standard Bank, says they are trying to make private healthcare more …

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Budget 2024: NHI receives R1.4 billion allocation The Citizen

WEBMinister of Finance Enoch Godongwana delivering the 2024 Budget Speech. Image: GCIS. Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana said R1.4 billion has been allocated …

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Yoghurt reduces the risk of Type 2 Diabetes – says FDA

WEBThe United States Food and Drug Administration (FDA) recently made a health claim relating to yoghurt and reduced risk of Type 2 Diabetes. The FDA said …

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7 tips to boost your gut health and mental well-being

WEBIncorporate plant-based foods: Load up on fibre-rich foods like whole grains, legumes, fruits, and vegetables, as fibre serves as fuel for beneficial gut bacteria, …

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Board of Healthcare Funders ready to challenge NHI

WEBThe BHF is the largest industry association for health funders and aims to enable its members to provide access to affordable healthcare. The Board of Healthcare …

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The implications of hormonal imbalances and how to combat them

WEBLow-impact exercises are best for hormone imbalances to prevent a cortisol spike. Stress management: Chronic stress can contribute to hormonal imbalances. …

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Gauteng Health marks World Haemophilia Day Germiston City …

WEBThe Gauteng Department of Health (GDoH) aimed to raise awareness about the inherited blood disorder, haemophilia, as the global community observed World …

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Suspended Tembisa Hospital CEO Dr Ashley Mthunzi passes away

WEBThe Gauteng department of health and the deceased’s wife, Lerato Mthunzi, confirmed that Mthunzi died on Tuesday. Lerato announced her husband’s passing on …

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Gauteng Department of Health and Wellness programme …

WEBA whopping 280 Gauteng Department of Health and Wellness staff, Emergency Medical Services (EMS), and traditional healers recently graduated from a …

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Health minister condemns acts of violence at Themba Hospital

WEBServices at the hospital were finally back on track as of last Monday, April 15. “The recent acts of violence committed in Themba Hospital, which threatened the safety …

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Man of medical mystery: MK party cites 'no concerns' about …

WEBSeries of ill-health episodes? According to the publication, four independent sources claimed that the former president’s ill-health has raised concern among doctors …

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State of SA’s healthcare system: More work needed on NHI

WEBTo say that SA’s healthcare system is unequal is an understatement. The majority of the people have to depend on state healthcare, while roughly 30% are able to …

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JUST IN: Senior health official arrested for fraud The Citizen

WEBA senior Eastern Cape health department official has been nabbed for fraud and forgery. The official, who cannot be named because they have not appeared in …

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'Men reluctant to visit clinics'

WEBBetween April and December 2023, 167 109 males presented at public health facilities across the province, with 67 400 (40%) treated for male urethritis …

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Where to get a safe abortion in Gauteng The Citizen

WEBSoshanguve Community Health Centre. Phedisong 4 Community Health Centre. Jubilee District Hospital. Kalafong Provincial Tertiary Hospital. Laudium …

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Phaahla did not keep his promise, says unemployed doctor

WEBImage: iStock. Health Minister Joe Phaahla did not keep his promise to employ young unemployed doctors in public hospitals by 1 April and now one of those …

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Somizi says he has HIV, cancer or diabetes The Citizen

WEBSomizi apparently debated whether it was worth seeking treatment and living with the chronic illness. The 44-year-old maintains that he’s never felt the need to tell …

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